This was the first treadmill that I have ever owned and it has definitely met up to its expectations.  Very easy to set-up and get started.  It's nice because it has an ipod dock so you can listen to your music while you are exercising.  I bought this one because it was on sale and I'm glad we decided to go that route.  My husband and I both use it at least three times a week and we've really enjoyed how easy it is to use.  It doesn't take up a lot of room and it even folds up for easy storage.  We just keep it down in our bedroom but it's nice to know that if we need to put it away or store...